Engineering Technician - Optical - 085QE

Quartus Engineering; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 24,190 - 47,816; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock ownership plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k plan with company match

Job summary

Quartus Engineering is seeking an Engineering Technician - Optical in San Diego. In this role, you will support the build, alignment, and testing of advanced laser and optical systems in a lab and cleanroom environment. Candidates should have hands-on experience with optical systems and knowledge of various lab tools.

This position offers a pay range of $17.56 to $34.71 per hour, depending on experience level. Quartus also provides comprehensive benefits and emphasizes a commitment to diversity in its workplace.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of hands-on experience with laser, optical, or opto-mechanical systems.
• Experience working in a cleanroom or controlled lab environment.
• Strong attention to detail and mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, integrate, and align laser and optical subassemblies.
• Inspect, clean, and bond optical components using approved procedures.
• Setup and execute optical tests, recording data against specifications.

Skills

Optical alignment

Optics cleaning

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma, GED, or equivalent

Tools

Zygo interferometer

Trioptics OptiCentric

Microscopes

Power meters

Multimeters

Job description

About Quartus

Quartus Engineering Incorporated (www.quartus.com) is a leading provider of engineering services and integrated hardware solutions for a wide range of clients and industries. We employ advanced computer-aided engineering tools in the areas of optics, structural, thermal, and coupled analyses. We couple our engineering analysis capabilities with design, prototype, integration and test capabilities to create solutions for our clients that are of extraordinary value.

What will you do?

As an Engineering Technician - Optical in our San Diego office, you will support the build, alignment, and test of advanced laser and optical systems in a hands-on lab and cleanroom environment. Working closely with engineering teams, you will ensure precision, quality, and on-time delivery of optical assemblies and subsystems.

Essential Job Functions:

• Support production of optical, mechanical, and electrical system parts and assemblies by:
  • Assembling, integrating, and aligning laser and optical subassemblies
  • Inspecting, cleaning, and bonding optical components using approved handling procedures
  • Setting up and executing optical and electro-optical tests, recording and reporting data against specifications
  • Troubleshooting optical, electrical, and mechanical assemblies
  • Operating lab equipment such as the Zygo interferometer, the Trioptics OptiCentric, power meters, energy meters, oscilloscopes, microscopes, thermal chambers, bakeout ovens, ultrasonic cleaners and miscellaneous hand tools
  • Assisting in obtaining quotes for parts and assemblies
  • Ordering and receiving parts while tracking against Bill Of Materials
    (BOM)
  • Packaging parts and preparing and managing shipments
  • Managing and organizing inventory
• Assist engineers in the design, development, testing, inspection, installation, and operation of optical, mechanical, and electrical components and assemblies
• Build from detailed assembly drawings, schematics, and work instructions
• Perform evaluation and work with Engineering teams to complete departmental projects within budget and schedule constraints
• Follow laser safety standards and cleanroom protocols
• Contribute to the overall success and quality of Quartus services

Location

Position is based onsite in San Diego.

What are we looking for?

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent
• 2-5 years of hands‑on experience with laser, optical, or opto‑mechanical systems
• Experience working in a cleanroom or controlled lab environment
• Optical alignment, optics cleaning, and bonding experience
• Proficiency with lab and inspection tools (Zygo interferomter, Trioptics OptiCentric, microscopes, calipers, power meters, multimeters)
• Ability to read assembly drawings and technical documentation
• Basic soldering and wiring skills
• Strong attention to detail and mechanical aptitude
• Ability to stand continuously as well as bend, squat, and lift frequently
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs occasionally
• Must be a US Person (U.S. Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident)

Compensation and Benefits

Engineering Technician I pay range: $17.56/hour - $28.69/hour*

Engineering Technician II pay range: $21.24/hour - $34.71/hour*

*This range represents base pay. In addition, you may be eligible for additional benefits and compensation.

Referral eligibility: Tier 1

Quartus is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to employing a diverse workforce, including, but not limited to, minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Quartus provides comprehensive benefits including competitive salary, discretionary performance-based bonus, employee stock ownership plan, medical, dental, vision, and 401k plan with company match.